West Bengal Chief Minister Suvendu Adhikari suspended three IPS officers tied to the RG Kar rape and murder case, including former Kolkata Police Commissioner Vineet Goyel, as well as Indira Mukherjee and Abhishek Gupta. The CM said departmental proceedings will begin against the suspended officers, while the CBI will conduct the main investigation. Adhikari pointed to a fact-finding exercise alleging mishandling of the case, improper FIR filing, and even financial offerings of cash and media-facing statements.
Kolkata is set for major security and movement changes ahead of Suvendu Adhikari’s swearing-in as West Bengal’s BJP chief minister at Brigade Parade Ground. Prime Minister Narendra Modi will attend the ceremony, prompting heightened police deployment. Officials have announced traffic restrictions, parking bans, and route curbs across key stretches to manage crowd flow and maintain safety.
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Kolkata Police have issued a stern advisory on X after noticing misleading posts and videos spreading on social media about West Bengal and Kolkata. The force says preliminary verification shows the visuals originated from other locations and are not connected to the state or city. Police warn citizens against sharing such misinformation and indicate legal action against those responsible.
Kolkata Police has dismissed a viral “advisory” circulating on social media as fake and misleading, assuring residents that law and order in the city is normal and being closely monitored. In a statement on X, the police warned that strict legal action will be taken against people spreading false information that could cause panic.
Kolkata Police has prohibited victory processions and public celebrations on May 4, the day West Bengal Assembly elections 2026 votes are counted. The move is intended to maintain public order and ensure a smooth counting process. Processions will be permitted only from May 5 with prior permission, and violators can face legal action.
Kolkata Police have ordered a 60-day ban on large gatherings in the city’s central business district starting May 3. The restriction is set ahead of assembly election vote counting on May 4 and follows intelligence pointing to possible unrest. Officials say the move is meant to reduce risks and keep the election period secure in the busiest areas of the city.
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Kolkata Police has issued a detailed traffic advisory for the West Bengal Assembly Elections 2026 across April 28 and 29 and May 4. With polling and counting underway, the city may see road closures, diversions, one-way movement, no-entry zones, parking restrictions and curbs on goods vehicles on major routes to keep election movement smooth and secure.
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